Postcode Analysis Sedgemoor, South West

CANAL COTTAGES, TA6 6LL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CANAL COTTAGES, TA6 6LL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

149

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 49,700 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: TA6 6LL represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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7/10
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4/10
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7/10
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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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Area Character

TA6 6LL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TA6 6LL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Canal Cottages, 0.7km from Dunwear in Bridgwater. Administratively it sits within North Petherton ward and the Bridgwater and West Somerset constituency.

For families considering a move, TA6 6LL represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TA6 6LL are sourced from Output Area E00186612 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA6 6LL. The average age is 48.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

TA6 6LL has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft2
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Somerset Bridge Primary School

Good447 pupils1.0 km
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St John and St Francis Church School

Good404 pupils1.2 km
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Hamp Nursery and Infants' School

Good248 pupils1.5 km
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Hamp Academy

Good333 pupils1.5 km
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Robert Blake School

Requires Improvement941 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Jhoot Pharmacy0.8 km
  • Taunton Road Service Station0.8 km
  • The Somerset Deli1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Boat & Anchor Inn0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Somerset Larder0.7 km
  • The Sedges0.8 km
  • Summerhayes Fisheries0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Somerset Bakehouse0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bridgwater1.5 km
  • Highbridge & Burnham11.6 km
  • Taunton13.0 km